GS Paper 2

Lokpal, Meaning, Power, Features, Functions and Limitations

The Lokpal is conducting an inquiry into the SEBI chief over allegations of a conflict of interest in the Hindenburg case. About Lokpal It is a statutory body established under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act 2013 to inquire and investigate...

List of Prime Ministers of India 1947 to 2024, Current PM of India

The Prime Minister of India is the head of government and holds significant power in India's parliamentary system. India has had a total of 15 individuals serving as the Prime Minister from 1947 to 2024, each contributing to shaping the...

Article 51A Fundamental Duties of Indian Constitution

In 1976, Swaran Singh Committee recommended Fundamental Duties, the necessity of which was felt during the internal emergency of 1975-77. 10 Fundamental Duties where added inn 43nd Amendment Act of 1976 in the Indian Constitution.The 86th Amendment Act 2002 later...

Update on Sedition Law in India, Section 124A of the Indian Penal Code

Sedition Law Meaning Sedition is a crime against the state and is dealt with in Section 124A of the Indian Penal Code. Sedition punishes any content that has the potential to incite violence or public disruption in the country by...

Right to Privacy in India, Article, Supreme Court Judgements

Right to Privacy Respect for privacy is regarded as a Fundamental Right of humans in many international treaties. It is essential for maintaining human dignity and is one of the fundamental components of a democracy. It upholds one's rights as well...

Articles 17 and 18 of Indian Constitution, Provisions, SC Judgements

Articles 17 and 18 of Indian Constitution Article 17 (Abolition of Untouchability) and Article 18 (Abolition of Title), both are covered under Part III (Fundamentals Rights) of the Constitution which ensures an important role in the establishment of equality of...

Parliamentary Privileges, History, Types, Benefits & Issues

Parliamentary Privileges Parliamentary privileges are mentioned in Article 105 of the Indian Constitution. Members of Parliament are protected from civil or criminal liability for statements made or actions taken while performing their duties. These privileges apply only while they are...

Financial Bill, Meaning, Types, Significance and Need

Financial Bill The Finance Bill also referred to as the "Act for Appropriation of Funds for Appropriations," is a law that details the sum of money that the Government of India will spend and how it will be spent. Bills...

Constitutional Amendment Bill, Meaning, Procedure, Types & Drawbacks

Constitutional Amendment Bill Constitutional Amendment Bill refers to a proposed amendment to the Constitution. The procedure for amending the Constitution is outlined in Part XX (Article 368) of the Indian Constitution. A bill can be introduced by a minister or...

Appropriation Bill, Meaning, Procedure and Amendment

Appropriation Bill The Consolidated Fund of India may be drained of funds during the fiscal year by the government under the terms of the Appropriation Bill. The government can only withdraw funds from the Consolidated Fund with Parliament's approval, as...